Alcoholism And Addiction Recovery Terminology

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun a phrase used to describe someone who is abstaining from alcohol or drugs

preposition used to indicate the location or position of someone who is abstaining from alcohol or drugs

  • After struggling with alcoholism for years, he finally decided to get back on the wagon and seek professional help.
  • I heard she's back on the wagon and hasn't had a drink in weeks.
  • I didn't know you were on the wagon now, good for you!
  • She fell off the healthy eating wagon over the weekend, but she's determined to get back on track.

noun a person who does not drink alcohol

  • The nondrinker politely declined the offer of wine at the dinner party.
  • I didn't realize you were a nondrinker. I'll make sure to have some non-alcoholic options for you next time.
  • She's a total nondrinker, doesn't touch a drop of alcohol.
  • In a world full of chaos, he was like a nondrinker, always maintaining his composure and clarity of mind.